Leilani Bustamante
Salem,OR
Summary
Reputable artist recognized for consistently developing innovative techniques to encourage creativity and improve visual products. Experienced in both digital and traditional mediums, versatile in thematic experimentation. Diverse portfolio showcases personal evolution in artistic journey. Keen eye for detail, color, and composition evident in track record of bringing projects to life through innovative ideas. Compelling, inspiring, and engaging creations. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills, able to handle multiple projects simultaneously with high degree of accuracy.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
CONTRACT COVER ARTIST
PENGUIN RANDOM HOUSE
01.2019 - Current
- RESPONSIBLE FOR CREATING PRINCIPLE ART AND CHARACTER DESIGNS FOR BOOK COVERS WITHIN EACH AUTHOR'S SPECIFICATIONS
- PROVIDING HIGH QUALITY DIGITAL PAINTING, REPORTING DIRECTLY TO THE ASSISTANT ART DIRECTOR FOR MOCK UP DESIGNS AND REVISIONS
- ADHERING TO COMPANY'S REQUIREMENTS MAINTAINING PROFESSIONAL
- AND TIMELY CORRESPONDENCE AND PROJECT DEADLINE MANAGEMENT
- DEMONSTRATING LEADERSHIP SKILLS AS WELL AS STRONG COLLABORATION AND ADAPTABILITY.
LEAD ARTISAN/ILLUSTRATOR
LOUIS VUITTON
01.2022 - 01.2024
- CLIENT FACING, MULTI- PROJECT ROLE OFFERING DESIGN SOLUTIONS FOR PERSONALIZED, HAND PAINTED DESIGNS, PORTRAITURE AND LETTERING
- MAINTAIN THE SCHEDULE TIMELINE AND CORRESPONDING WITH CLIENT ADVISORS, CLIENTS
- AND DIRECTOR OF LUXURY GOODS DEPARTMENT
- BUILT CLIENT ENGAGEMENT THROUGH PARTICIPATION IN LIVE PAINTING DAILY AS WELL AS SPECIALIZED EVENTS
- PARTICIPATED IN MONTHLY GROUP MEETINGS WITH LEAD ARTISAN AS WELL AS CONTRIBUTING AND COLLABORATING WITH ARTISAN COMMUNITY TO DEVELOP BEST WORK FLOW PRACTICES AND STRATEGIES
- MAINTAIN COMPANY GUIDELINES AND EXPECTATIONS OF QUALITY ELEVATED EXPERIENCE.
Education
BFA ILLUSTRATION - Illustration
ACADEMY OF ART UNIVERSITY
San Francisco, CA12.2004
Skills
- ILLUSTRATION
- DIGITAL PAINTING
- HAND PAINTING/DRAWING
- PORTRAITURE
- ADOBE PHOTOSHOP
- PROCREATE
- MICROSOFT OFFICE
- LEADERSHIP
- CUSTOMER SUPPORT
- SOCIAL
- Visual communication expertise
- Client Consultations
References
REFERENCES AVAILABLE APON REQUEST
Timeline
LEAD ARTISAN/ILLUSTRATOR
LOUIS VUITTON
01.2022 - 01.2024
CONTRACT COVER ARTIST
PENGUIN RANDOM HOUSE
01.2019 - Current
BFA ILLUSTRATION - Illustration
ACADEMY OF ART UNIVERSITY
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